D'Amico set to join Roma as sporting director; Gasperini targets Greenwood, Kolo Muani emerges as option

Riccardo Calafiori, the former Roma defender now at Arsenal, spoke ahead of Saturday's Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal. The Italian fullback expressed his hope that Arsenal can win the competition, saying: "Hopefully we can bring it home, especially because we didn't go to the World Cup." The final is scheduled for Saturday at 18:00. Calafiori also discussed the possibility of facing Roma in next season's Champions League League Phase. Roma will be managed by Gian Piero Gasperini in European competition. When asked about a potential encounter, Calafiori responded: "We'll see you in September at the Olimpico..." This would mark his first return to Roma's stadium since his transfer to England, though the matchup depends on the draw scheduled for 28 August. The prospect of Calafiori playing against Roma at the Olimpico would represent an intriguing subplot, as he would face his former club in what is described as a twist of fate. The exact Champions League pairings will be determined by the official draw later in the summer.

Roma are close to signing Tony D'Amico, while Marseille has set an ambitious asking price for Greenwood. Paulo Dybala appears near agreeing a contract renewal with the Giallorossi. The exact terms and timelines for these developments remain unclear from available information.

Paulo Dybala has been excluded from Argentina's World Cup squad by head coach Lionel Scaloni, despite strong recent performances with AS Roma. Scaloni confirmed the decision in a media interview, emphasizing that while Dybala remains a world-class talent, other players merit opportunities in his position. The Roma star recently helped his club secure Champions League qualification with several impressive displays. Scaloni explained his reasoning in detail: "Paulo is a great player, there's no need to say it. He returned in an exceptional manner with his team, reaching the Champions League with very good performances in recent matches. As always, however, there are players making their debut and showing important things. In our case, there are players in that field position who have established themselves and deserve an opportunity. So we decided to give this opportunity to other players. There are no doubts about the quality he has, about the fact that we care for him and that he is a spectacular player, but we always look at the present and what the future can give us. And today there are other players who can make their contribution. There are also other world champions who stayed out — these are things that are decided day by day." Dybala's exclusion comes despite his strong contributions to Roma's recent campaign, which culminated in Champions League qualification. Scaloni's comments indicate the decision reflects squad rotation and the emergence of alternative options rather than any concern over Dybala's ability.